Apple has confirmed an ongoing outage affecting Apple Cash, impacting users attempting to make payments or transfers via the service. The disruption, which began earlier this week, has left many iPhone and iPad users unable to send or receive money, causing frustration for those who rely on the service for peer-to-peer transactions and online purchases.
The issue primarily affects Apple Cash users who are trying to send funds or make payments through the Wallet app. Some users have reported seeing error messages or experiencing delays when attempting to initiate a transaction, while others have been unable to access their balance or add funds to their account. The problem appears to be widespread, with users across different regions experiencing the same issues.
In response to the complaints, Apple acknowledged the problem and assured customers that it was working to resolve the issue. The company has not yet provided a specific timeline for when Apple Cash will be fully restored, but it continues to update its status page to keep users informed of progress. Apple also advised users to check their internet connection and ensure that they are using the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, although these steps have not resolved the issue for many affected customers.
This outage comes as Apple Cash has grown in popularity, especially during the holiday season when many people use the service to send money to family and friends. Apple Cash is integrated into the Apple Wallet app, allowing users to easily send money via iMessage, make purchases with Apple Pay, or transfer funds to their bank accounts.
While Apple works to restore full functionality, users are advised to explore alternative payment methods or wait for the issue to be resolved.